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Mussels Marinara ~ Cozze alla Marinara

Mussels Marinara

Adapted from The Silver Spoon Kitchen | The Silver Spoon | Phaidon, 2011

These mollusks have several different names in Italian–cozze, muscoli, peoci, and mitili. Nowadays, most commercially available mussles are farmed, which guarantees a high level of cleanliness. However, they should still be thoroughly scrubbed under cold, running water, but not left to soak in water. Pull off the beards with the healp of a short, sharp knife and knock off any barnacles from the shells with the knife handle. Discard any mussels with broken shells or those that do not shut immediately when sharply tapped. Their tender, tasty flesh is very easy to digest and their cooking juices are a delicious addition to soups, sauces, and risottos.–The Silver Spoon Kitchen

LC What Else is for Supper, Honey? Note

Uh, we can think of nothing else we need for this mussels marinara recipe aside from a generous pour of a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or, when we’re in the mood to go all Belgian, a white ale and a heaping mound of quick frites.

Mussels Marinara

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  • 5 M
  • 25 M
  • Serves 4
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Directions

Place the mussels in a large pan or pot over high heat with plenty of pepper but no water. Cook until the mussels open, about 5 minutes. Discard any that remain closed.

Drain the mussels, reserving the cooking liquid left in the pan that exuded from the mollusks during cooking. Place the mussels in a deep serving dish. Strain the cooking liquid through a strainer lined with cheesecloth into a small bowl. Stir in the parsley, pour the mixture over the mussels, and serve.

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Kristin Cole

Incredibly easy preparation with nice results. This recipe really highlights the flavors derived from the natural juices, with none of the typical wine or lemon added, just a bit of water from the rinsed mussels. The cracked pepper added a hint of complexity, and the chopped parsley some brightness. I did squeeze a bit of lemon after a few bites, just because I love the extra acidity, but if you’re looking for the true taste of the ocean, leave as-is.

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Karen Depp

This is the most simple recipe for mussels, and it results in one of the most delightful, fresh, nose-in-the-air tastes. Nothing but mussels and parsley. One big pot, high heat, plate up, and eat! The sweet, delicate, natural taste of the mussels is the taste you get — no heavy, over-garlicked, creamy, tarted-up mussels here! Just the natural, sweet juices with a bit of parsley to add to that fresh taste. Smooth, sweet, with a hint of the waters — what more could we ask?

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Amy Iacopi

This is so satisfying for such a simple, easy-to-prepare recipe. What else can you make in less than 5 minutes that is so seemingly fancy and delicious? That being said, I missed the sauce for dipping bread into. I love coconut mussel curries or even simple garlic white wine sauces because of all the broth leftover at the bottom of the bowl.

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